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What are the differences between a microplane and a box grater?

The Microplane Box Grater is the ultimate cheese grater. A four-sided rectangular grater, the box has four different cutting sides. One for extra coarse, one for fine, a third for cutting medium ribbons of soft cheeses, and a slicer side for cutting even slices of cheddars and Swiss. The Box Grater is easy to use with a rounded, soft-grip handle at the top. With blades constructed of surgical grade stainless steel and a body of plastic, the grater is well-constructed and safe to use.

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Unleash Culinary Creativity with our Microplane Classic Zester & Cheese Grater Optimize your kitchen with the Microplane Classic Zester and Cheese Grater. Craft gourmet-level dishes with this versatile tool, adept at zesting citrus, grating cheese, and mincing garlic. Experience the ease of meal prep, thanks to its razor-sharp stainless steel blade and ergonomic non-slip handle. With easy cleanup and storage, it's the perfect addition for culinary enthusiasts.

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